FOR WEEKEND REFLECTIONS (thank you James) and MONDAY'S NATURES FOOTSTEPS, WATERS.
Beautiful Autumn colors were reflected in Willapa Bay, near the little town of Raymond Washington. We stopped here Wednesday for a picnic lunch on our way south.
The Willapa Bay watershed covers an area the size of Rhode Island and includes forested hills, fresh and salt waters, and towns along the rivers.
Four different rivers flow into the Bay. Average rainfall here varies from 65 inches along the coast to 140 inches in the hills. (So that is why we are heading South.)
I would not mind staying there for lunch either. :)
Posted by: NatureFootstep Photography | November 16, 2011 at 01:41 PM
I like a lot these colors and the way they reflected in the water. A peaceful shot and I hope travel.
Posted by: Annie-France | November 16, 2011 at 08:21 AM
That sure looks like a peaceful spot, Sallie.
Posted by: Francisca | November 16, 2011 at 01:14 AM
This picture reminded me of Narcissus who felt in love with himself when he saw his reflection in such a clear water as this.
Posted by: enzo | November 15, 2011 at 07:19 PM
That is indeed beautiful, nice shot. I can't imagine that much rain, we get less than 20 inches a year, including snowmelt. And ours usually comes in a handful of big thunderstorms and snowstorms!
Posted by: Al | November 15, 2011 at 04:54 PM
Gorgeous shot! Looks like a great picnic spot to me :)
Posted by: Arti | November 14, 2011 at 01:45 AM
Looks like a beautiful place to stop for a picnic. Awesome reflection in the water!!! You are on the "go" all the time--what a fun way to spend the days, weeks, and months--seeing all the beautiful places in the USA. Enjoy your travels and keep sharing these lovely spots with us. Thanks again for your nice comments, Sallie--you are so sweet. Mickie :)
Posted by: Mickie Brown | November 13, 2011 at 10:48 PM
Such beautiful scenery you are blessed with.
Posted by: LaVoice | November 13, 2011 at 04:52 PM
Gorgeous photo---WOW thats a lot of rain dont blame you for not wanting to experience that....continued safe travels.
Posted by: sondra | November 13, 2011 at 04:17 PM
Gorgeous fall colors! Hope you had a great weekend, and that your trip is going well :-)
Posted by: Inger-M | November 13, 2011 at 01:38 PM
Love the golden 'dots' in all that green and the little white house is a wonderful bonus. I would be heading south too if I could and would be back here only in spring.
Posted by: JM | November 13, 2011 at 11:19 AM
This is so beautiful, Sallie. So exciting to see colors still. I loved your rainbows in your last post as well. Looks to be a double. Isn't life grand?
Posted by: Penny | November 13, 2011 at 05:54 AM
A delightful place to stop for a rest and some lunch to fill you both up for your long jaunt southward.
Be safe, well and happy, Sallie
Hugs, Pam
Posted by: Pam | November 13, 2011 at 04:05 AM
Hi there - trees need rain! Without the rain the place would be grassland. Although 140 inches does seem a tad excessive.
Cheers - SM
Posted by: Stewart M - Australia | November 13, 2011 at 12:08 AM
Lovely Sallie!
I keep wanting to tilt my monitor to look at it flipped.
With that much rain I would be leaving too. :)
I wonder if that little home gets flooded so close to the water.
Continued safe travels my friend.
Posted by: Carletta | November 12, 2011 at 06:03 PM
Ah, New England! No place like it. Beautiful post.
Posted by: SandyCarlson (USA) | November 12, 2011 at 05:15 PM
Lovely fall reflection and pretty picnic spot. I would have difficulty with all that rain!
Posted by: Barb | November 12, 2011 at 01:29 PM
So tranquil and lovely!
Posted by: Lady Fi | November 12, 2011 at 10:30 AM
Beautiful place and a wonderful reflection.
Posted by: Carver | November 12, 2011 at 07:38 AM
so still. love that little place along the water.
Posted by: TexWisGirl | November 12, 2011 at 05:49 AM
You must see some wonderful places on your trip south. This is beautiful.
Posted by: diane | November 11, 2011 at 10:53 PM
Such a lovely autumn reflection! Hope you have a good, safe trip to Florida, Sallie! And have a wonderful weekend!
Sylvia
Posted by: Sylvia Kirkwood | November 11, 2011 at 09:23 PM
That water is like a mirror. You could almost turn the photo upside down! So you're heading to FL. We are already in AZ. Arrived 11/1.
Posted by: Pat | November 11, 2011 at 08:53 PM